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If you’re among the majority of The Becoming Center members, a health and wellness center for older adults, who suffer from arthritis pain or discomfort, yoga may offer you moderate to significant relief. According to Lois A Hitt, a certified yoga teacher of almost 40 years, yoga poses, deep breathing and relaxation significantly reduces joint tenderness and swelling for people with arthritis. A study funded by theArthritis Foundation and conducted by scientists from Johns Hopkins University found this to be true. Lois also says yoga benefits people with stiff joints due to arthritis, because the stretching exercises help improve range of motion and flexibility. Other studies have found yoga plays an important role in reducing stress and frustration resulting from pain and disability, and it is known to increase positive feelings and well being. Continue reading →